Some completely missed the mark
Fast camera movements, insane police chases, explosions, epic fights, and of course—a hero. And how boring would our lives be without an action hero?
The '80s and '90s, in particular, were the golden era of the action hero. These men and women knew how to fight in style, and we absolutely loved them for it.
Fast forward around thirty years, and let's see where our favorite action stars are now. Click through and find out.
The quintessential action hero had his first leading role in the Netflix television series 'FUBAR' in 2023. He also became Netflix's Chief Action Officer and continues to be a strong advocate for climate change.
Another heavyweight of action movies, you probably know him by names such as Rambo or Rocky.
Despite having dozens of action movies under his belt, there was still room for 'The Expendables 4,' released in 2023, and the action-thriller 'Armored,' expected to premiere on November 20, 2024.
At 63, JCVD continues to bust moves! His most recent film is 'The Darkness of Men,' released in early 2024.
More recently, the actor returned to the big screen in the movie 'Agent Recon' (2024).
You can't think of action movies without 'Die Hard' coming to mind. Willis also played major action roles in hit films such as 'Pulp Fiction,' 'Twelve Monkeys,' and 'The Fifth Element.'
More recently. he appeared in the penultimate 'Fast & Furious' movie in 2021.
Weaver continued her illustrious acting career, starring in countless films since then. Her most recent appearance was in 'Avatar: The Way of Water' (2022). At the 2024 Venice Film Festival, Sigourney received the Golden Lion, an award honoring her lifetime of achievements.
His last movies include 'Beyond the Law' and 'General Commander,' released in 2019.
Gibson continues his prolific career, despite controversies in his personal life that made headlines over the years. He starred in two movies alone in 2024, 'Boneyard' and 'Monster Summer.'
An accomplished actor and director, Clint Eastwood is unstoppable, even in his nineties! He directed and starred in 'Cry Macho' in 2021.
The action star has been active in movies such as 'Aquaman' (2018) and more recently 'Wanted Men' (2024) which he also directed.
He continues to star in major films, including the 'Indiana Jones' franchise, where Ford still cuts a dashing figure in his eighties.
Grace continues her music performances and recently made appearances at the 2024 Love Motion Festival and Outside Lands.
Chan continues to star in action-packed films. He has recently participated in the Chinese movie 'Legend' (2024).
In recent years, Grier has appeared in the movie 'Pet Sematary: Bloodlines' (2023).
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Action stars: where are they now?
Your favorite action heroes: then and now!
MOVIES Then and now
Fast camera movements, insane police chases, explosions, epic fights, and of course—a hero. And how boring would our lives be without an action hero?
The '80s and '90s, in particular, were the golden era of the action hero. These men and women knew how to fight in style, and we absolutely loved them for it.
Fast forward around thirty years, and let's see where our favorite action stars are now. Click through and find out.